> On on end you have the idea that we should stay in "lockdown" until there is a cure or vaccine. Is anyone saying that? Although I've heard plenty of "it's ju

> On on end you have the idea that we should stay in "lockdown" until there is a cure or vaccine. Is anyone saying that? Although I've heard plenty of "it's just a flu!!!" comments, I don't think I've seen anyone claim that permanent lockdown is a viable strategy. I don't believe any country is pursuing an indefinite "until further notice" lockdown policy, although "lockdown" means different things to different people. Most European countries seem to have accepted that long-term social distancing measures are required, whilst trying to open up as much as possible. > a vaccine that is going to take a year in the most optimistic case The UK government is hoping for a vaccine in September. This may not be likely, but it seems to be possible.